Moral Calculations
Erik explores the complexities of utilitarianism through a thought experiment involving a serial killer surgeon, revealing the tension between moral intuition and consequentialist calculations. He highlights how adding higher-order effects can skew outcomes, ultimately questioning the reliability of moral reasoning in unpredictable scenarios. Drawing on a parable about a farmer, he emphasizes the unpredictable nature of luck and consequences in ethical dilemmas.In this clip
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Moral Knowledge: A Conversation with Erik Hoel (Episode #305)
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How do these ethical theories work in practice when addressing dilemmas like the trolley problem?
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What theories address moral dilemmas like the trolley problem?